What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake Coordinator position at Mederi Caretenders?
We are hiring for an Intake Coordinator.
At Mederi Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.
We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
- employee wellness programs
- flexibility for true work-life balance
- holidays & paid time off
- continuing education & career growth opportunities
- company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals
Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!
The Intake Coordinator receives and analyzes incoming referral and order calls while effectively communicating patient/referral information to appropriate teams.
- Obtains demographic and clinical information from clients, physician’s offices, and other referral sources to compile referrals.
- Verifies new referring physician licenses on referrals taken in department.
- Researches coverage or pay source for each referral and verifies commercial policies and HIQA.
- Educates prospective patients, families, physicians, and hospitals regarding home health services available.
- Serves as a liaison between clinical and marketing staff.
- Minimum of high school education or G.E.D.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in office procedures.
- Minimum of one (1) year insurance/medical experience.
